Veterans Voice
June 2021
Nevada Department of Veterans Services (NDVS) Newsletter
Serving Nevada's Heroes since 1943 ~ Donate to NDVS
Director's Message * Honoring Heroes * Health & Wellness * Programs & Services * News * Always Remember
Suicide Prevention
Heroes for Heroes
Want to Connect 
Heroes for Heroes program participants and volunteers are paired to engage in phone calls or video chats twice per week. 
Monthly Director's Message, Kat Miller
Happy June! 
 
I hope you have time to read through the entirety of this month’s newsletter.  While COVID-19 still poses a risk, mitigation measures have made it possible for many veterans organizations to meet in person once again, and to participate in traditional veterans events and commemorations. Several events occurred in May and more are planned for June. Read More
Honoring Our Heroes
Jerome Washington Named Veteran of the Month &
Merging Vets with Players Named Veteran Supporter of the Month
Jerome Washington
Merging Vets with Players
We congratulate Jerome Washington for being named Veteran of the Month (VOM) and Merging Vets with Players for being recognized as Veteran Supporter for the Month (VSM) of June. Read More
Congratulations to NDVS VSO Brandi Matheny!
Our congratulations go out to NDVS Veteran Service Officer (VSO) Brandi Matheny! On May 12th, Brandi was asked to attend a VFW Meeting at her home post for what she thought would be a regular VFW meeting. Read More
Women Veterans Day
On June 12 we celebrate Women Veterans Day. Though it is not recognized nationally, June 12 is the unofficial date chosen for Women Veterans Day, which marks the anniversary of the 1948 Women’s Armed Services Integration Act, enabling women to serve as permanent, active services members in the military. Read More
Memorial Day Ceremonies
We share photos of 2021 Flag-In and Memorial Day ceremonies at both the Northern and Southern Nevada Veterans Cemeteries. Thank you to all the volunteers and most of all, thank you to all who have served. Read More
Donation Provides Gardening Opportunities for Residents of the Northern Nevada State Veterans Home
Thank you VVA989, Carson City and Summit Ridge Home Depots, Nevada Chucks, Rotary Club of Centennial Sunrise, The Katie Grace Foundation, Farmily, RayCo Drywall, and Rail City Garden Center for making this donation possible. Read More
Local Sculptor Jim Schneider Donates FIGMO to the Northern Nevada State Veterans Home Read More
Free Gift to Korean War Veterans
The nationally acclaimed book, Korea Reborn: A Grateful Nation Honors War Veterans for 60 Years of Growth and the DVD. 
Health and Wellness
PTSD Awareness Month – Resources
June is PTSD Awareness Month, while June 27th is designated as PTSD Awareness Day. Read More
Exposure Risk Questionnaire  

Have you served in the U.S. Armed Forces? If so, take the Exposure Risk Questionnaire today! Read More
Northern Nevada Classics Car Club Donates to NNSVH
Thank you to the Northern Nevada Classics Car Club for generously donating to the Northern Nevada State Veterans Home. Read More
Programs & Services
Flag Day

(Las Vegas & Reno, NV) – Monday, June 14, 2021 is Flag Day. It sits right between Memorial Day and the Fourth of July, which are two perfect times to proudly display your American flag. But time, elements, even storage can take a toll on your flag leaving it weathered, worn, and ready for retirement. Read More

Watch as Old Glory is Retired

Join NDVS for this year’s Virtual MST Educational Series Read More
News You Can Use
2021 Veterans Legislative
Wrap-Up 
On May 26, 2021 Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak signed 12 bills, including four pieces of legislation aimed at increasing services for Veterans in Nevada.
Veterans Gain New Resource From UNLV 
By: Chuck N. Baker 
(Las Vegas) — UNLV has consistently been named one the nation’s best universities for veterans by Military Times magazine. Read More
Local Veteran works with Project Recover to find
the Remains of Heroes
To say that 2020 was a difficult year would be an understatement for many. But for some, it was also a year that inspired renewal and reconnection as in the case of a local veteran from Northern Nevada who begin a new journey leading “Slim” Tiffany to travel 12,732 miles on his motorcycle across 21 states raising awareness and funds for Project Recover. Read More

City of Sparks looking for Artists to create Murals at the Nevada Veterans Memorial. Read More
Employment/Education 
Job Postings for Veterans
Looking for a new job or do you have a job to post? Check out our job postings or post a job on the NDVS website by Click Here.  
On-the-Job Apprenticeship Programs 
Have you thought about a job that pays you while you learn? There are two ways to gain valuable skills while earning a wage either through On-the-Job Training or through Apprenticeship Training. Click Here to learn more!  
Veteran Business Owners - Become a Patriot Employer 
The Patriot Employer Program provides employers with the tools and knowledge to hire and retain veterans. Just as important, it also demonstrates the benefits of utilizing the men and women who have served in the Armed Forces. Read More
Always Remember
June 2021- PTSD Awareness Month

Frontier Wars (1622-1924 intermittent)  
June 4 – American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. Birthday (1928) 
June 6 – D-Day (1944) 
June12 – Women Veterans Day  
June 12 – Merchant Marines Birthday (1775) 
June 14 – U.S. Flag Day 
June 14 – Army Birthday (1775) 
June 23 – Coast Guard Auxiliary Birthday (1939) 
June 25 – Korean War (June 25, 1950 – July 27, 1953) - Proclamation 
June 25 – Korean War Veterans Association (KWVA) Birthday (1985) 
June 27 – National PTSD Awareness Day